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Payroll and HR, explained for India
Rule changes, worked examples and checklists for HR and finance teams. Every fact links to its source.
PayrollGratuity calculation formula in India: 15/26 explained with examplesGratuity is 15 ÷ 26 × last basic pay plus DA × years of service, due after 5 years (1 for fixed-term staff), capped at ₹20 lakh. With worked examples.6 min read
PayrollEPF wage ceiling is now ₹25,000: what employers need to changeEPFO raised the PF wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 a month from 17 September 2026. What changes for enrolment, deductions, employer cost and payroll.5 min read
Labour codesFull and final settlement in two working days: a checklist for HRThe Code on Wages requires final wages within two working days of an exit. What full and final settlement includes, what to prepare and how gratuity fits.5 min read
TaxOld vs new tax regime for FY 2026-27: a guide for employees and HRSlabs, standard deduction and rebate under both regimes for FY 2026-27, three worked examples, and the deductions it takes for the old regime to win.6 min read